Intermediate/Senior Environmental Planner

Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to. 

Welcome to people with an inspiring vision of the future and challenge seekers.  

At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. In both the field and at the office, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people. 

We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to. 

Welcome to CIMA+ 

CIMA+’s Earth and Environment team have adopted sustainability as a core value and prioritize the environmental, social, and economic benefits of every project. Our environmental professionals, engineers and certified technicians have the detailed knowledge of local conditions to provide the full range of environmental services for clients in both the public and private sectors.  

We have the skills to execute complex environmental projects, but we also integrate green solutions into every infrastructure, building, transportation, and energy project we undertake. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world! 

CIMA+ continues to grow and expand its Earth and Environment team in Western Canada. Environment West team is seeking an Intermediate/Senior Environmental Planner to support projects in Alberta and British Columbia. The successful candidate will join our team of biologists, urban planners, engineering professionals, and field technicians, contributing expertise in policy review, natural environment reporting, project planning, and permitting for a wide variety of projects encompassing diverse sectors including energy, transportation, and land development for both public and private clients. 

The scope includes navigating federal and provincial environmental regulatory processes, providing strategic input to client teams on project design, policy review and implementation, and preparing or managing the preparation of information related to potential environmental effects of projects in British-Columbia and Alberta. 

In addition, this role will support strengthening our relationships with existing clients by working collaboratively on project teams, mentoring young professionals, developing or delivering environmental training, and proposing new and innovative ways to better meet our clients’ needs.  

Applicants must be knowledgeable of relevant environmental standards, policies, practices and procedures, and have the ability to exercise independent judgment in analysis and problem solving for highly complex, multi-disciplinary, and large scope projects. 

This role offers the opportunity to participate in our hybrid work model, which includes flexible hours, remote work options, and access to our offices located in Calgary, Edmonton, or Vancouver. 

The position will involve both office-based responsibilities as well as occasional seasonal fieldwork. Office work includes policy review, strategic advice, preparing proposals, technical reports review, and environmental study review.  

Demonstrated expertise in supporting large energy projects, including electricity transmission and distribution, renewable energy, and power generation infrastructure would be an asset.  

This role offers room for professional growth and advancement, including opportunities to develop project and team management skills. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Strategically advising project teams on internal recommendation documents, including overall environmental strategy. 
• Work with clients to find practical solutions that minimizes impacts to the natural environment while meeting project goals. 
• Review projects under applicable municipal, provincial, and federal legislation in British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan.  
• Complete and/or review requests for authorizations and permits. 
• Prepare and/or provide senior review of environmental impact evaluation statements, design ecological studies, and author other technical documents. 
• Develop and/or review appropriate avoidance and mitigation measures. 
• Ensure that project work is consistent with CIMA’s Earth & Environment processes. 
• Terrestrial fieldwork may also  

• Minimum of 8 years of experience focused on terrestrial ecology and/or environmental planning, preferably in a consulting environment. 
• Degree or diploma, preferably at the graduate level, in Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Planning, or additional years’ experience. 
• Appropriate professional designation in Alberta and/or British Columbia  
• Strong knowledge of relevant municipal, provincial, and federal legislation and policies in British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan.  
• Experience working with environmental regulators and multidisciplinary teams on complex multi-year projects.
• Experience predicting, defining, and managing the environmental risks of large-scale capital projects and programs.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. 
• Project management courses and certification will be considered a strong asset.
• Integrity, team spirit, and a commitment to excellence.

At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.  

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you: 

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week. 
• Employee and Family Assistance Program. 
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution. 
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees. 
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode. 
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada. 
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience. 
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills.

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).​

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.​

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